Legal Question in Family Law in Texas

Re: name change

I researched your question. Here's the info from the Driver's License website:

http://www.txdps.state.tx.us/administration/driver_licensing_control/faq/answers_dl_id.htm#q18

3) I have recently married. How long do I have to change the name on my license? Can I change my name online?

You are required to notify the Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) of a name change within 30 days. A fee is required. Name changes cannot be processed online. In order to change your name, you must apply at any Texas Driver License office and present your marriage certificate/license or court order to initiate the change. No name will be used that has not been previously documented . In all cases, documented proof of name change shall be presented. 37 Texas Administrative Code 15.23 , 37 Texas Administrative Code 15.36, Texas Transportation Code 521.054.

So, it would seem you can not get a new driver's license.

Here's the link to the Social Security answer:

Summary

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I need to change or correct the name on my Social Security card. How do I do this?

You can view this answer at

http://ssa-custhelp.ssa.gov/cgi-bin/ssa.cfg/php/enduser/std_adp.php?p_faqid=315

I think you will need to do a separate name change case. Contact an attorney or file a petition with the District Clerk in your County.

Thanks for your question.